Ontario Agriculture Minister Jeff Leal has promised $19 million to help
the greenhouse industry be competitive through the development of innovative
new technologies, encouraging investments in greenhouse agriculture and
boosting productivity.
He made the promise this week in a media event in
Bowmanville.
George Gilvesy, chairman of the Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers
marketing board said “we are extremely pleased with the announcement made by
Minister Leal today. We are very optimistic with the prospects of continuing
our work with the Government of Ontario to determine how we ensure a vibrant
and sustainable future for our province's greenhouse sector.”
Jan VanderHout, chair of the Ontario Greenhouse Alliance, said
“Ontario's greenhouse sector is a major contributor to the provincial economy.
“We appreciate the . . . support and recognition of the need to invest
in our future as well as work with our members on challenges facing Ontario’s
greenhouse sector.
“This funding will support the continued growth of our sector and its
capacity to create jobs, drive exports and provide a reliable supply of locally
grown greenhouse products for Ontario consumers.”
